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Quick facts about this role
Location
Johannesburg, Gauteng
Work mode
On-site
Compensation
R 45 000 per month
Posted
04 Jun 2026
Closes
04 Jul 2026

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Intermediate Mechanical Design Engineer

Role Overview

For candidates exploring defence jobs in Johannesburg, this Intermediate Mechanical Design Engineer role offers a grounded opportunity with room to contribute from the start.

Key Responsibilities

  • Keep momentum on 3 to 6 years’ experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer.
  • Keep momentum on strong experience in full product design lifecycle.
  • Support the team by managing experience with: o Autodesk Inventor o ANSYS o FEA (Finite Element Analysis) o MATLAB.
  • Take responsibility for the core day-to-day work expected of a Intermediate Mechanical Design Engineer.
  • Work with colleagues, customers or suppliers to keep work moving and issues visible.

Requirements

  • 3 to 6 years of relevant experience
  • Good planning habits, attention to detail and reliable follow-through.
  • Comfort working to agreed standards while adapting when operational needs change.
  • Comfort with the systems, tools or technical platforms mentioned in the source role.
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